Bus operators running between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh have launched an indefinite strike at the Sadiya–Shantipur border, halting services to Roing. The protest follows allegations of illegal “tax” collections of ₹15,000 per bus by certain groups. Operators demand intervention from…
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expanded his cabinet on Saturday, inducting Majbat MLA Charan Boro of the Bodoland People’s Front (BPF). The move marks BPF’s formal entry into the BJP-led NDA government in Assam. This is the fourth and likely…
Dispur Police apprehended Raful Ali (28) and Saddam Hussain (32) near Lakhimi Path Tiniali, Guwahati, recovering 11 grams of heroin and a Toyota Innova (AS01GH5480). Both suspects are in custody, and the seized items have been taken for verification and…
The Assam government has transferred over 30 senior IPS and APS officers in a major police reshuffle to boost efficiency and accountability. The Home (A) Department’s order, approved by the Governor, described it as an “administrative restructuring.” Key changes include…
The Centre has acknowledged lawyer Nayan Moni Hazarika’s suggestion to make CSR fund usage transparent and involve local communities in planning schemes. Hazarika urged an amendment to the Companies Act, 2013, citing doubts about the genuine use of CSR funds…
Tezpur University Registrar-in-Charge Pritam Deb resigned amid an ongoing Union Education Ministry probe into alleged corruption involving Vice-Chancellor Shambhunath Singh. A three-member central committee is investigating irregularities in a ₹10-crore DST-funded project. Deb reportedly refused to share records, triggering protests…
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited the samadhi of late music icon Zubeen Garg at Sonapur, offering floral tributes and meeting the bereaved family. He praised Garg’s honesty and legacy, calling him “beautiful and unshakable like Kanchenjunga.” Gandhi urged the government…
Kerala Police, with help from Lahorighat Police (Morigaon), arrested Chirajul Islam, the key accused in a ₹27-crore embezzlement from Federal Bank. The raid, led by SP Diganta Baruah, recovered luxury vehicles, digital devices, and properties bought through fraud. Officials said…
The 10th Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival (BVFF), originally set for December 2025, has been postponed to 2026 as a mark of respect for late cultural icon Zubeen Garg. Festival Director Tanushree Hazarika said celebrating during a time of mourning felt…
Assam has secured a spot among the top three states in Category B of the State Mining Readiness Index (SMRI). Goa, Uttar Pradesh, and Assam lead this category, while Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat top Category A. The ranking, released…